Recall 23V-837: 2004–2006 Mazda B-Series Truck

Mazda North American Operations recall for air bags, reported to NHTSA on Dec 12, 2023, covering about 12,741 vehicles.

NHTSA number
23V-837
Report date
Dec 12, 2023
Vehicles affected
12,741
Owners notified
Feb 1, 2024

The problem

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2006 B-Series vehicles that received replacement front passenger air bag inflators under a previous recall. The replacement front passenger air bag inflators may have been installed incorrectly.

The risk

An incorrectly installed inflator may not properly inflate the passenger air bag, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and reinstall the front passenger air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 1, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6423L.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMazda North American Operations
ComponentAir Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number23V837000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Mazda B-Series Truck2004, 2005, 2006All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 23V-837?

Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2004-2006 B-Series vehicles that received replacement front passenger air bag inflators under a previous recall. The replacement front passenger air bag inflators may have been installed incorrectly.

How is recall 23V-837 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and reinstall the front passenger air bag inflator, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 1, 2024. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500 Option 6. Mazda's number for this recall is 6423L.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.